2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rainier | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
